For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,183 students in 48074, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 250 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 48074, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 48074, MI are Indian Woods Elementary School and Landmark Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48074 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48074, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 48074, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Indian Woods Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4975 W Water St
Smiths Creek, MI 48074
(810) 984-6515
Smiths Creek, MI 48074
(810) 984-6515
Grades: PK-5
| 365 students
Rank: #22.
Landmark Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4800 Lapeer Rd
Smiths Creek, MI 48074
(810) 982-7210
Smiths Creek, MI 48074
(810) 982-7210
Grades: K-12
| 818 students
48074, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
5801 Griswold Rd
Smiths Creek, MI 48074
(810) 984-6519
Smiths Creek, MI 48074
(810) 984-6519
Grades: PK-5
| 290 students
1963 N. Allen Road
Smiths Creek, MI 48074
(810) 984-6528
Smiths Creek, MI 48074
(810) 984-6528
Grades: K-5
| 329 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48074, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48074, MI include Indian Woods Elementary School and Landmark Academy.
How many public schools are located in 48074?
2 public schools are located in 48074.
What percentage of students in 48074 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 48074 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48074?
48074 public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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